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The Child Psych Podcast

Institute of Child Psychology
Parenting
Mental Health
Child Development
Child Psychology
Parenting Strategies
Emotional Regulation
Anxiety
Emotional Intelligence
Attachment Theory
ADHD
Autism
Social Media
Resilience
Education
Play Therapy
Mindfulness
Neurodiversity
Youth Sports
Developmental Psychology
Body Image

The ChildPsych Podcast brings to you the top parenting & mental health experts in the world. Designed to educate and inspire you with current research & concrete strategies that foster resiliency & healing in children and teens. Most importantly we’re here because we need to raise a generation of children who don’t need to recover from their childhoods.

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Latest Episodes

Ever wonder why your child holds it together all day at school, only to completely fall apart the moment they get home?

In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, registered psychologists Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson explore why children often ... more

Are we protecting our children—or unintentionally making them more anxious and less confident?

In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, we sit down with Lenore Skenazy, founder of the Free-Range Kids movement and co-founder of Let Grow, to explor... more

In this episode, we sit down with Julie Lythcott-Haims, New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult, to explore how well-intentioned parenting can sometimes get in the way of the very skills children need to become capable, confident a... more

Are we raising our children, or are Big Tech, big business, and algorithms quietly doing it for us?

In this thought-provoking episode of The Child Psych Podcast, psychologist Tania Johnson sits down with Dr. Susan Linn, psychologist, author, and one... more

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Recent Guests

Lenore Skenazy
Author of Free Range Kids; founder of Let Grow
Let Grow; Free Range Kids
Episode: Are We Raising Kids Who Are Afraid to Be Independent? | Lenore Skenazy on Free-Range Parenting, Anxiety & Resilience
Julie Lythcott-Haims
New York Times best-selling author, speaker, educator, former Stanford dean
Author; Speaker; Educator
Episode: Are We Raising Kids Who Can't Live Without Us? — With Julie Lythcott-Haims
Dr. Susan Linn
Psychologist, author and founder of Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood (Fair Play)
Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood / Fair Play
Episode: Who's Raising Our Kids? The Hidden Forces Shaping Childhood with Dr. Susan Linn
Dr. Nicki Martin
Parenting expert, child development scholar, founder of the Neurorelational Lab Model
Neurorelational Lab/Consainteverse
Episode: Love Over Algorithms: Raising Kids Who Choose Connection Over Screens with Dr. Nicki Martin
Jennifer Anderson
Founder of Kids Eat in Color; CEO of Better Bites; registered dietitian
Kids Eat in Color; Better Bites
Episode: Taking the Pressure Out of Feeding Kids with Jennifer Anderson.
Kirk Martin
Calm parenting podcast host, author/advocate for practical strategies with strong-willed children
Calm Parenting Podcast
Episode: Why Your Strong-Willed Child Isn't Trying to Drive You Crazy with Kirk Martin
Dan Shapiro
Author of Decoding Genius; advocate of applying chess to child development
Decoding Genius book author
Episode: What Chess Can Teach Us About Raising Confident, Resilient Kids
Dr. Scott Sells
Family therapist, speaker, leading expert on high-conflict teens
Episode: Parenting Your Out-of-Control Teenager: What to Do When Nothing Seems to Work with Dr. Scott Sells
Daniel Amen
MD, psychiatrist, founder of Amen Clinics; brain health advocate
Amen Clinics
Episode: What a Child’s Brain Needs to Thrive: Dr. Daniel Amen on Anxiety, ADHD, Screens, and Building Mental Strength

Hosts

Tania Johnson
Host of The ChildPsych Podcast; Institute of Child Psychology (co-founder)
Tammy Schamuhn
Co-host of The ChildPsych Podcast; Institute of Child Psychology

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 326 ratings
  • Gender Stereotype

    I have been an occasional listener and appreciated the ideas and encouragement for parents despite the many ads. However, the 7/15/26 episode on boys mental health was truly disappointing. It’s fine to invite a guest that holds very conservative view points, but to not push back on any of it was surprising. Even agreeing that men knew how to be men in the 1950’s… please read more history and please remind guests that women’s only focus is not just baby making and keeping the house, as apparently... more

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    xanluti
    United States3 months ago
  • Robert Melillo

    The way this guy was talking, overconfident in his own theories as though they are established facts, and relying only on his own “research”, set off pseudoscience scam artist alarm bells for me, and I looked him up, and sure enough, there are reviews from former employees and patients who say he is scamming people, and an NPR investigation was done a while back. I think the podcast host should be more skeptical and scientific, as a psychologist.

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    Parent and nurse
    United States6 months ago
  • Protecting kids from sexual abuse

    This is such an important topic that has been neglected for much too long. More please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patriot Sister
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boys

    I always sensed boys learned in a different way. I loved the scientific evidence to help parents and teachers better help boys learn and thrive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patriot Sister
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative Show but Uneven Volume

    I’ve definitely learned a few things about parenting listening to this show. It’s well narrated and the show has good guests. My only annoyance is that somehow the main portion of the show is quite faint such that I have to max out the volume, then the ads explode in my ear.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jhh11
    United States2 years ago

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Many note high-quality content and real-world applicability for families.
Some episodes are criticized for audio quality and occasional guest controversy.
Listeners praise practical, actionable parenting tips and expert guests.

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Are We Raising Kids Who Can't Live Without Us? — With Julie Lythcott-Haims
Q: What is the practical first step a parent should take today to help their tween or teen gain more independence?
Have a candid conversation acknowledging that the current approach has overlooked essential skills, then delegate concrete responsibilities (e.g., completing forms, making appointments, or planning meals) while offering support as a consultant.
Are We Raising Kids Who Can't Live Without Us? — With Julie Lythcott-Haims
Q: What are the root causes of the shift toward this checklist of childhood, and how can parents begin to shift away from it?
The shift grew out of safety-focused parenting, performance anxiety, and societal incentives to micromanage—start by identifying tasks that can be given back to kids, like chores or scheduling, and approach behavior change in stages (do it for, with, watch, then independently).
Are We Raising Kids Who Are Afraid to Be Independent? | Lenore Skenazy on Free-Range Parenting, Anxiety & Resilience
Q: What sparked Lenore's transition from focusing on kids to working with parents through Let Grow?
The realization that lasting change comes from changing parenting norms and household environments, not just individual kids, led to shifting her focus toward parent education and community-driven programs.
Love Over Algorithms: Raising Kids Who Choose Connection Over Screens with Dr. Nicki Martin
Q: What is the Love Method and how can parents apply it in everyday moments?
Listen to what the child is saying, observe their physiological cues, validate their feelings, and engage empathetically to guide transitions away from screens without triggering shame or resistance.
Love Over Algorithms: Raising Kids Who Choose Connection Over Screens with Dr. Nicki Martin
Q: Why did you write Love Over Algorithms?
To shift the focus from blaming technology to strengthening the parent-child relationship, so children learn to regulate themselves and engage with technology in healthy, intentional ways.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Child Psych Podcast

What is The Child Psych Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, research-backed show that brings together top child psychology and parenting experts to share concrete strategies for raising resilient kids. Episodes blend clinical insight with real-world parenting stories, covering topics like emotion regulation, executive function, sleep and brain health, sensory processing, technology use, and parenting approaches that emphasize collaboration over coercion. Guests range from clinicians and researchers to authors and program founders, offering actionable tips, tools, and frameworks that parents can apply at home, in schools, and within their communities. Notable strengths include a consistent evidence-informed focus, a track record of high-value guest expertise, and clear emphasis on reduci... more

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Recent guests on The Child Psych Podcast include:

1. Lenore Skenazy
2. Julie Lythcott-Haims
3. Dr. Susan Linn
4. Dr. Nicki Martin
5. Jennifer Anderson
6. Kirk Martin
7. Dan Shapiro
8. Dr. Scott Sells

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